Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. In 2024, rooftop solar was the fastest-growing source of ...

Even though the overall trajectory for residential solar has been hockey stick-level growth, the industry has still faced challenges in the last 20 years.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Solar panels have a lot of benefits, but there are also downsides. Making the decision to go solar is a significant step that ...

Green workers install a residential grid-tied solar array on a hillside in Malibu, California, USA. Peter Bennett—Universal Images Group/Getty Senior Correspondent When I had lunch with then-Sunnova ...

From 2000 to 2023, extreme weather resulted in about 80% of all major U.S. power outages. These disruptions do more than inconvenience—they endanger access to critical services, spoil billions of ...

Multiple factors affect lifespan of a residential battery energy storage system. We examine the life of batteries in Part 3 of our series. Residential energy storage has become an increasingly popular ...

Whether it’s about saving money amidst rising energy prices, or reducing your own carbon footprint, residential solar has come a long way. But federal shifts in support have created a ticking clock ...

The latest draft of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" under the Trump administration proposes removing residential solar lease providers from the Investment Tax Credit, threatening the industry. This ...

Europe’s residential solar market is shifting from rapid rooftop PV growth to a more selective phase, with declining new installations but rising demand for upgrades like storage, smart energy ...

"You need to speak to several contractors before making a final selection," said Michael Trahan, a solar energy expert.